List of Sanford and Son episodes - WikipediaNo overall No in season Title Directed by Written by Original air date Prod code; 1: 1 "Crossed Swords" Bud Yorkin: Aaron Ruben: January 14, 1972 (): 1: Lamont (Demond Wilson) buys a porcelain figure for $15 from a silent movie star After having it appraised, Lamont and Fred decide to sell it at an auction They attend the auction pretending to be buyers to bid the price even higher